European First: Nansady Keita & Bouba Diakite workshop/performance in Sheffield. From Saturday August 21st – Sunday 22nd Sheffield is pleased to announce this exciting European first: a weekend of Guniean drumming, dancing and song with Nansady Keita (maitre djembefola) and Bouba Diakite (dancer. For more detials, ticket sales and accomodation read the full article.

Both hailing from the same province of Guinea, this workshop will offer a truly awesome Malinke experience in the heart of Sheffield.

On the Saturday night, there will also be a performance with the two teachers supported by ‘Funkama:’ Nansady Keita’s UK based performance group.
Community drumming groups are invited to attend and will be allocated a time to perform.

Workshops will run from 10:00am – 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday. The drumming and dance workshops will be split into ability groups and there will be an assessment for drummers on the Saturday morning.

Bouba and Nansady will lead a variety of workshops from drumming and dance throughout the day: programme to be announced later.

Special Deal: Buy 4 tickets get one free. Community drummers and friends should take advantage of this special offer: 5 people could split the cost of 4 tickets, which would reduce the price by £13 a ticket. Those who book tickets before the 30th June will be discounted at £65, thereafter: £75.

For an extra £5 accommodation will be provided in a converted barn (though there are no beds: you will need to bring your own camping mats, sleeping bags and pillows etc) and there is enough room for five 2-man tents. This will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

Please email djembebob1@hotmail.com for further information and ticket booking.